DTU Tenure Track Researcher in Ice sheet and glacier modelling in Greenland

The Geodesy and Earth Observation division at DTU Space invites applications from skilled and experienced researchers to work on Greenland Ice Sheet changes. The role focuses on developing advanced methods to enhance the understanding of the Greenland Ice Sheet, peripheral glaciers, and their contribution to sea level rise using finite element models such as the Ice-sheet and Sea-level System Model (ISSM), field observations, and various remote sensing products.

The division of Geodesy and Earth Observation at DTU Space is renowned for its outstanding work on the Physical modelling of the solid Earth, ice sheets, sea level and GNET data to better understand ice-solid earth interaction with the aim to develop dynamic reference frames and integrated models, pushing the boundaries of fundamental research and practical applications.

Responsibilities and qualifications
You should be highly motivated, self-driven, and possess strong work ethics, team spirit, and excellent collaboration skills. Your primary focus will be on the collection, processing, modelling, and interpretation of geophysical and satellite data, as well as teaching and supervising students. You will be expected to communicate effectively with colleagues and work collaboratively to achieve ambitious goals. Additionally, you will contribute to research-based teaching and the supervision of student projects.

You must contribute to the teaching of courses at DTU campuses in Ballerup, Kgs. Lyngby and Sisimiut. DTU employs two working languages: Danish and English. You are expected to be fluent in at least one of these languages, and in time are expected to master both.

As formal qualification you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) as well as academic qualifications equivalent to those obtained by holding a position as a researcher or postdoc.

You must have

• Research experience, skill in mathematical modelling of relevant physical glacier processes (ice sheet and mountain glaciers), with proficiency in MATLAB/Python/Fortran, and related software tools
• Experience with satellite remote sensing, including both optical and radar techniques
• Experience in conducting field campaigns and data processing
• Demonstrated the ability to publish at the highest-level in the international peer-reviewed research literature.
• Experience and quality of teaching, supported by a minimum of five years of experience in academia or research

responsibilities and qualifications stated above and the following general criteria:

• Research experience
• Experience and quality of teaching
• Research vision and potential
• International impact and experience
• Societal impact
• Innovativeness, including commercialization and collaboration with industry
• Leadership, collaboration, and interdisciplinary skills
• Communication skills

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

Starting date is 1 March 2024 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.
The position is part of DTU’s Tenure Track program. Read more about the program and the recruitment process here .
You can read more about career paths at DTU here .

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor Shfaqat Abbas Khan (abbas@space.dtu.dk ) and head of the division of Geodesy and Earth Observation Michael Schultz Rasmussen (msr@space.dtu.dk ).
You can read more about DTU Space at www.space.dtu.dk

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark .

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 17 February 2025(23:59 Danish time).
Apply at: DTU Tenure Track Researcher in Ice sheet and glacier modelling in Greenland

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• Vision for teaching and research for the tenure track period
• CV including employment history, list of publications, H-index and ORCID (see http://orcid.org/ )
• Teaching portfolio including documentation of teaching experience
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD)

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

About DTU Space
DTU Space is Denmark's largest space research institute and a recognized international institution. With space as the starting point, we develop new technology, conduct research, educate engineers and PhD candidates, and provide advice, innovation and collaboration nationally and internationally.

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DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.